Can Hamsters Sense When You’re Sad or Stressed?

Pet hamster calmly sitting on its owner's hand during a quiet bonding moment

Many hamster owners have experienced a moment that feels almost magical. You’re having a difficult day, sitting quietly near your hamster’s enclosure, and suddenly your normally shy pet comes out, approaches the front of the cage, or calmly sits in your hand. It’s natural to wonder: can hamsters actually sense when you’re sad or stressed? …

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